Tippi: A Memoir

By Tippi Hedren

Book Overview

In this absorbing and surprising memoir, one of the biggest names of classic Hollywood--the star of Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds and Marnie --tells her story, including never-before-revealed experiences on the set of some of the biggest cult films of all time . . . now with a foreword by Melanie Griffith For decades, Tippi Hedren's luminous beauty radiated from the silver screen, enchanting moviegoers and cementing her position among Hollywood's elite--beauty and star power that continue to endure. For too long Hedren's story has been told by others through whispered gossip and tabloid headlines. Now, Hedren sets the record straight, recalling how a young and virtuous Lutheran girl from small-town Minnesota became a worldwide legend--as one of the most famous Hitchcock girls, as an unwavering animal activist, and as the matriarch of a powerful Hollywood dynasty that includes her movie star daughter Melanie Griffith, and rising star Dakota Johnson, her granddaughter. For the first time, Hedren digs deep into her complicated relationship with the man who discovered her talent, director Alfred Hitchcock, the benefactor who would become a repulsive and controlling director who contractually controlled her every move. She speaks openly about the dark pain she endured working with him on their most famous collaborations, The Birds and Marnie , and finding the courage she needed to break away. Hedren's incandescent spirit shines through as she talks about working with the great Charlie Chaplin, sharing the screen with some of the most esteemed actors in Hollywood, her experiences on some of the most intriguing and troubling film sets--including filming Roar , one of the most dangerous movies ever made--and the struggles of being a single mother--balancing her dedication to her work and her devotion to her daughter--and her commitment to helping animals. Filled with sixteen pages of beautiful photos, Tippi is a rare and fascinating look at a private woman's remarkable life no celebrity aficionado can miss.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062469045
• ISBN13: 9780062469045
• Release Date: November 2017
• Publisher: William Morrow & Company
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.2" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

What a WOMAN...

This auto-biography really hits home. Tippi who is a down to earth person, had heavy struggles throughout Her life. When I first met Her in California at LAX, I recognized Her right away. Upon introducing myself as a big fan very politely of course; Her only response was "How yah doing kid". This book was a beautiful read, and really to the point. Tippi didn't pull any punches. You cannot go wrong buying this book, if you love truth and honesty. Get ready for an enjoyable ride; I found myself having a hard time putting it down. "GOOD LUCK TIPPI" on your next B-day, 1-19-26. (96 years young)

I was always a fan of "The Birds" and found Tippi to be beautiful. Her story is quite interesting and amazing. She is a strong woman with a great love of animals.